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  • Woodcarving Basics: Flowers & Leaves

    The Studio 515 Old Timber Road, Monticello, IL, United States

    Experience Level: Beginner Learn the basics of low relief wood carving at Woodcarving Basics: Flowers & Leaves on Saturday, Sept. 26 from 1-5 p.m. in The Studio. Instructor Lou Ann Koebel will teach students how to safely use a small carving chisel set to define the background and make shallow, controlled cuts, transforming a flat […]

  • Beginning Weaving I (Afternoon)

    Beginning Weaving I (Afternoon)
    Greenhouse Auditorium 515 Old Timber Road, Monticello, IL, United States

    Experience Level: Beginner Learn the basics of working with a loom at Beginning Weaving I (Afternoon) on Saturday, Sept. 12 through Oct. 10 from 2–5 p.m. in the Greenhouse Auditorium. This 5-week class led by Sharon Bowles will encompass all aspects of beginner weaving as students create a table runner. Students will become familiar with weaving terminology, parts of […]

  • Full Moon Yoga

    Full Moon Yoga
    The Meadow Monticello, IL, United States

    Experience Level: Beginner Meet us under a full moon to strengthen your body, mind and spirit at Full Moon Yoga in the Meadow: — Wednesday, July 29, 7:30-8:30 p.m. (Will […]

  • Jewelry 101: Viking Knit Bracelets & Necklaces

    The Studio 515 Old Timber Road, Monticello, IL, United States

    Experience Level: Beginner (ages 18+) Turn copper wire into wearable art while learning a centuries-old technique at Jewelry 101: Viking Weaving on Sunday, Sept. 27 from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. in […]

  • Beehive Observation

    Beehive Observation
    The Studio 515 Old Timber Road, Monticello, IL, United States

    Experience Level: Beginner Get a first-hand look at how honey bees manage hive activity at Beehive Observation on Sundays, April 12 & 26, May 10 & 24, June 7 & […]

  • Public Mansion Tour

    Public Mansion Tours
    The Mansion 515 Old Timber Road, Monticello, IL, United States

    Experience Level: Beginner Attend one of our Public Mansion Tours* to view inside Robert Allerton’s 1900s-era mansion and hear the unique history of the creation of the estate. Tours typically […]

  • Beginner Sourdough Breadmaking

    Beginner Sourdough Breadmaking
    The Mansion 515 Old Timber Road, Monticello, IL, United States

    Experience Level: Beginner Learn about the process of making sourdough bread at Beginner Sourdough Breadmaking on Sunday, Sept. 27 or Oct. 11 from 2-5 p.m. in the Mansion Kitchen and Carriage House. […]

  • Fall Yoga

    Fall Yoga
    The Meadow Monticello, IL, United States

    Experience Level: All Skill Levels Allerton provides the perfect setting to relax, unwind, and reconnect with your body and spirit at Fall Yoga on Tuesdays, Sept. 1 through Oct. 27 from 9 to 10 a.m. in the Meadow. Josie Heck from Yoga Off the Square will lead students through strengthening poses and breath work designed […]

  • (SOLD OUT) Beginning Watercolor (Morning)

    Beginning Watercolor (Morning)
    The Studio 515 Old Timber Road, Monticello, IL, United States

    Experience Level: Beginner Learn the basics of watercolor techniques at Beginning Watercolor on Tuesdays, Sept. 8, 15, 22, & 29 from 9-11:30 a.m. in The Studio. Former art educator Sally Walsh will teach students foundational skills and techniques. Students will learn new techniques each week to create paintings focusing on landscapes, flowers, fruit, glass, and special effects. $85/person*. Register here. Registration will close Sept. 1 […]

  • (SOLD OUT) Beginning Watercolor (Afternoon)

    Beginning Watercolor (Afternoon)
    The Studio 515 Old Timber Road, Monticello, IL, United States

    Experience Level: Beginner Learn the basics of watercolor techniques at Beginning Watercolor (Afternoon) on Tuesdays, Sept. 8, 15, 22, & 29 from 12:30-3 p.m. in the Studio. Former art educator Sally Walsh will teach students foundational skills and techniques. Students will learn new techniques each week to create paintings focusing on landscapes, flowers, fruit, glass, […]

  • Woodcarving Basics: Spoons

    The Studio 515 Old Timber Road, Monticello, IL, United States

    Experience Level: Beginner Carve your own useful or decorative wooden spoon at Woodcarving Basics: Spoons on Wednesday, Sept. 30 from 1-5 p.m. in The Studio. Instructor Lou Ann Koebel will teach students how to safely use a carving knife and practice the three basic carving cuts. Each student will create a unique and functional wooden […]